2011 Bentley Continental Supersports vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 753 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Bentley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Continental Supersports | 156 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2241 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
